title: A transcoronoidal approach of fractures of the condylar neck.
abstract: Open reduction of condylar neck fractures is a contentious issue. The majority of these fractures can be treated conservatively. There are, however, specific situations, where open reduction is indicated. In recognition of the high morbidity associated with extra-oral procedures, we advocate an intra-oral transcoronoidal approach to gain direct access to the fracture site.
authors.affiliation: Dept. of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery, Westf. Wilhelms-University, Münster, West Germany.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Habel
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: O'Regan
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Hidding
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Eissing
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008334:Mandible / Q000601:surgery*; D008335:Mandibular Condyle / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D008337:Mandibular Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*